Welch city, West Virginia
Official LSAD Designation: Welch city • Census GEOID: 5485228
• McDowell County
Welch city is an incorporated city in McDowell County, West Virginia. According to official records from the Census (2025), Welch city had an estimated population of 3,389 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Welch city (GEOID 5485228).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Welch
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
88 HOWARD ST, WELCH WV 24801-2442
County Of Mcdowell
County
Official Title:
Mcdowell County Commission
Address:
109 WYOMING ST, WELCH WV 24801-2261
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,389 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $32,969 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $57,300 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 7.63 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).